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  • Spring Favorites

    Lemon Blueberry Bars - These bright and sweet lemon bars, studded with fresh blueberries, are a great way to welcome spring.

    Blackberry Limeade - Fresh blackberries and limes come together in this refreshing drink. You'll want to have it around all spring and summer.

    Spaghetti al Limone - A simple and light pasta dish flavored with lemons and Parmesan.

Monthly Archives: March 2011

Lavash Crackers

I’m not a big snacker, but I can always count on cheese and crackers for those times when I do want a snack. It never fails that I have several types of cheese in my refrigerator, but I’m not very adventurous when it comes to crackers. I tend to like ones with some type of…

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Creamy Caramel Sauce

One of my weaknesses is espresso. I love it in any form, especially when it’s in a caramel latte. I don’t really like the artificial flavor syrups that some places use in their lattes. If I’m going to drink a caramel latte, I want it to have real caramel sauce in it. I guess you…

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Caesar Salad

Now that the weather is finally warming up, I’ve been searching for lighter, more refreshing recipes. Salad is a clear choice, and Caesar salad is one of mine and Eric’s favorites. There was a time that we frequently bought salad kits, but those days are long gone. Now, we opt for homemade dressing and croutons….

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Chocolate Coffee Stout Ice Cream

Since Saint Patrick’s Day is near, there are a lot of recipes floating around for chocolate stout ice cream. I’m sure they’re all delicious, but I really only like Guinness when it’s in cake. I really wanted to try a chocolate stout ice cream, though, and was torn between making it with a beer I…

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Light Wheat Sandwich Bread

Bread baking isn’t something that I do regularly, or at least I didn’t until last week. It only took one taste of this bread to convert me, and I won’t ever go back to store bought bread again. Why would I when this loaf is so simple and inexpensive to make? Bread baking is also…

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